Running Back
Halfback: Carlos Hyde
Fullback: Kyle Juszczyk
San Francisco will again implement a fullback in its offense after not doing so under former head coach Chip Kelly a year ago.
Kyle Juszczyk might have signed a lucrative four-year, $21 million contract with the 49ers, which is awfully high for a fullback. But one should figure the 2016 Pro Bowler to be more than just a lead blocker. Head coach Kyle Shanahan will likely feature him as more of an H-back and legitimate receiving threat.
The 49ers will continue to roll with Carlos Hyde as the No. 1 tailback spot.
Hyde, who missed 1,000 rushing yards by a mere 12 last season, will need to stay healthy. So look for the Niners to add some depth in a deep NFL Draft class this offseason.
Still, Shanahan’s offense will likely focus a lot around the running game. Additions like Juszczyk and tight end Logan Paulsen indicate a heavy reliance upon the ground attack, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see Shanahan employ some sort of two-headed monster like he did with runners Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman in Atlanta last year.